Libbie's Meatballs
Savor the classic, homestyle flavor of Libbie's Meatballs—an irresistible blend of ground beef and pork infused with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, garlic, and aromatic oregano. These tender, juicy meatballs are lightly pan-fried to golden perfection and can be simmered in marinara sauce for an extra layer of richness. Perfectly versatile, they shine as a comforting pasta topping, a hearty sandwich filling, or an elegant party appetizer. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers six servings of pure comfort food that’s sure to become a family favorite. For the ultimate dining experience, serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley. Looking for the best homemade meatball recipe? Libbie's Meatballs have you covered!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cups Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 2
Add the milk, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients together gently with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix, as overworking the meat can make the meatballs tough.
Step 4
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on a tray or baking sheet.
Step 5
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Step 6
Cook the meatballs for about 2-3 minutes per side, turning them carefully with tongs to brown evenly.
Step 7
Once the meatballs are browned, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batches.
Step 8
If serving with marinara sauce, transfer the browned meatballs into a large pot of simmering marinara sauce and let them cook for an additional 10-15 minutes to ensure they are fully cooked and flavorful.
Step 9
Serve the meatballs warm over spaghetti, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer with toothpicks. Garnish with additional parsley or Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1804.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3118.1 |
| Total Fat 195.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 942.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8113.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 162.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 57.4g | |
| Protein 186.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 108.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1156.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4212.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories